TAN SWEE SIN SHERWIN
Singapore
Summary
Expert Technical Manager accomplished in coordinating department activities and supporting fast-paced production work. Consistently maintains schedule targets and completes error-free work. Easy to get along with and always ready with ideas to improve production with better strategies or equipment recommendations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Technical Superintendent
Berge Bulk Maritime Pte Ltd
08.2021 - Current
- Involved in troubleshooting and maintenance processes of shipboard systems
- Managing and executing carbon reduction retrofit projects such as rigid wings, rotor sails, air lubrication systems
- Attend vessel’s structural/engine room, general condition inspection and complete hull/mechanical condition reports
- Attending to mechanical/hull structural, piping related issues raised from ships and VM and render technical advisory & support to ships to solve the issues
- Liaise with Class to evaluate the structural / mechanical repairs required
- Attend to vessel dry-dockings as and when required and assist with dry-docking activities such as structural repairs, coating upgrades, mechanical work, and service
- Plan and monitor voyage/riding repairs while vessels are in service to minimize vessel’s yard stay/off hire and keep fleet manager fully always informed
- Creating of budgets for major retrofit projects and vessel upgrades
- Handling warranty and guarantee claims on newly installed equipment
- Creating and engineering safety solutions/ devices on vessels
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry guidelines and implementing necessary changes to vessel operations.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop long-term strategies for fleet optimization and growth.
- Provided expert guidance during new ship construction projects, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
- Enhanced safety standards with thorough risk assessments and implementation of safety procedures.
- Increased cost savings through effective procurement, inventory management, and budget monitoring.
- Conducted detailed incident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions for improved safety performance.
- Managed critical repair projects, coordinating with contractors to ensure timely completion within budget constraints.
- Established strong vendor relations, negotiating favorable contracts for parts and services.
- Improved vessel performance by conducting regular technical inspections and maintenance.
- Implemented energy-efficient solutions to reduce operating costs and environmental impact.
- Reduced downtime by proactively addressing potential issues through preventative maintenance plans.
- Coordinated with classification societies to maintain required certifications for vessels under supervision.
- Delivered consistent reporting on vessel condition, maintenance activities, budgets, and KPIs to senior management stakeholders.
- Spearheaded the adoption of new technologies for enhanced vessel monitoring, communications, and automation capabilities.
- Developed emergency response plans to minimize risks associated with potential incidents at sea or in port facilities.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open feedback from crew members about technical superintendency matters.
- Maintained a high level of preparedness for audits from regulatory bodies, ensuring vessel compliance with necessary standards and certifications.
- Supported crew development with comprehensive training programs focused on technical skills and safety awareness.
- Developed suggestions for technical process improvements to optimize resources.
- Managed implementation of new technological improvements resulting in increased efficiency.
- Guided, coached and lead project teams, delegating tasks and evaluating performance and progression of project pace.
- Monitored production operations for quality and compliance with standards.
Project and Service Engineer (Green Technology)
Goltens Singapore Pte Ltd
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Handling technical queries of ballast water treatment systems (BWTS), ensuring it meets maker’s and client’s specifications
- Conducted 3D scanning in anchorage utilizing FARO scanner on board vessels, to facilitate prospective areas for BWTS retrofit
- Registration of scan data into Scene software
- Supervised installation, testing and commissioning works of BWTS onboard vessels, ensuring it conforms to maker’s requirements
- Tracking and managing engineering drawings submitted for production and class submissions
- Attending class survey on behalf of vessel owner’s, to ensure BWTS installation is in accordance with classification rules
- Liaising with shipyard and ship owners, in arranging logistics of materials, tools and equipment
- Attending kick off meetings with shipyard and owners to ensure consensus on work scope and expectations
- Submitting of engineering documents to classification societies
- Facilitating model reviews locally and remotely with project stakeholders.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing service requests and providing technical solutions.
- Installed, configured and tested equipment on specialized platforms.
- Increased client retention, delivering exceptional customer service during on-site visits and remote support sessions.
- Created relationships with key decision-makers and served as external technical spokesperson.
- Expedited repair times through accurate diagnosis of complex malfunctions, utilizing specialized diagnostic tools.
- Improved system efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and root cause analysis of technical issues.
- Provided comprehensive training to junior engineers, fostering professional development within the team.
- Participated in client consultations and product capability demonstrations to support sales efforts.
- Assisted team through preparation and delivery of technical presentations and statements of work by matching specific client business requirements with effective technical solutions.
Project Engineer (Repair, Marine Engineering Systems)
Harris Pye Engineering
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Handling technical queries of marine systems ensuring it meets client’s specifications
- Management and execution of project schedules to meet deadlines
- Conducting resource planning on repair jobs making sure critical path is not obstructed
- Ensuring works on board vessel conform to classification rules and drawing specifications
- Job allocation on board to ensure work is carried out in a timely manner, and to ensure incompatible work does not take place
- Planning and executing commissioning activities on newly installed systems
- Management of pipe fabrication according to construction drawings
- Ensuring proper flange management
- Conducting air test and hydro testing on completed pipelines
- Conducting daily toolbox meetings
- Preparation of risk assessments and work procedures to meet HSE requirements of company and stakeholders
- Managing cash flows on projects, ensuring budget stays within limits of cost estimates
- Preparation of quotations and cost estimates of marine system repairs/inspections in line with company’s quality management systems
- Liaising with shipyard and ship owners, in arranging logistics of materials, tools and equipment
- Attending kick off meetings with shipyard and owners to ensure consensus on work scope and expectations
- Arranging labor requirements for local and overseas jobs.
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
- Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.
- Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
- Collaborated on interdisciplinary projects, showcasing adaptability and versatility as a Project Engineer.
- Provided technical direction of system development methodologies to improve technical performance.
Ship Yard Executive
Marinteknik ShipBuilders (S) Pte Ltd
12.2015 - 03.2017
- Selecting ships electrical and piping systems based on Naval Architect’s requirements for aluminum crew boats
- Procurement of materials for new build vessel, ensuring it meets classification requirements and arriving on time to meet production schedules (Aluminum Crew Boats)
- Managing shipyard facilities such as docking and undocking facilities
- Arrangement and upkeep of store and inventory to make sure there are sufficient materials for new build construction
- Completing commissioning activities of electrical and mechanical systems
- Coordinating with electrical, piping, hull, painting and mechanical contractors, ensuring works are done according to classification society standards and owners’ specifications
- Managing production (New Build Vessel) project schedules
- Facilitating official sea trials on new build vessel, including recording of key data and submitting them to relevant parties
- Ensuring all permit to work systems, risk assessments and safe work procedures are in place
- Scheduling inspections with class surveyor, and ensuring all preparation work is done prior to the inspection
- Completing inspection reports for the submission to class
- Preparation of sea trial report to be approved by class and owner
- Preparation of quotations for repair jobs.
- Boosted team productivity by providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
- Estimating construction materials for new built vessels
- Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in improved organizational performance.
Project Coordinator (New Build, Repair)
GLOBAL MARINE OFFSHORE AND ENGINEERING PTE LTD
02.2014 - 10.2015
- Managing daily manpower and yard activities such as the movement of equipment and the offloading of materials
- Managing client’s requests which includes weekly reporting as well as providing solutions to their needs
- Coordinating works with trade supervisors and ensuring that the appropriate permit to work system is used
- Make arrangement for Inspections with class surveyor, and ensuring all works and any form of testing/commissioning meet classification guidelines
- Schedule official sea trials on new build vessel, including submission and application of documents to port authorities
- Preparing quotations for ship repair works and additional works on new build vessels
- Preparing risk assessments and work procedures
- Compiling and submitting all certificates of materials and equipment to classification society
- Involvement in the construction of oil bunkers and aluminum crew and pilot boats
- Procurement of materials, equipment and consumables for the construction of new vessels and repair works.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Elevated overall quality of completed projects by consistently monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.
- Conducted thorough post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement in future initiatives.
- Wrote technical narratives to document processes and design changes.
- Project estimating of new built vessels
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
Education
Diploma Conversion in Marine Offshore Technology -
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Shipyard Supervisors Safety Course - Ship Yard Safety Practices And Procedures
Modern Solutions Pte Ltd
Singapore01.2014
Bachelor of Applied Science (Hons) in Construction Management and Economics - Construction Management And Economics
Curtin University of Technology
Perth Western Australia01.2013
Construction Safety Course for Project Manager (SCCPM-174-11-3297) -
SCAL Academy
01.2011
Diploma in Business -
Murdoch Institute of Technology
Perth Western Australia06.2010
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products
- Microsoft Project
- Estimating on construction projects
- Construction methodology
- Marine Engineering Expertise
- Incident Investigation
- Safety Management Systems
- Preventive Maintenance Planning
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Technical Direction
- Ship Maintenance Management
- Maintenance Scheduling
Hobbies and Interests
- Fishing
- Boating
Timeline
Senior Technical Superintendent
Berge Bulk Maritime Pte Ltd
08.2021 - Current
Project and Service Engineer (Green Technology)
Goltens Singapore Pte Ltd
11.2019 - 08.2021
Project Engineer (Repair, Marine Engineering Systems)
Harris Pye Engineering
03.2017 - 11.2019
Ship Yard Executive
Marinteknik ShipBuilders (S) Pte Ltd
12.2015 - 03.2017
Project Coordinator (New Build, Repair)
GLOBAL MARINE OFFSHORE AND ENGINEERING PTE LTD
02.2014 - 10.2015
Diploma Conversion in Marine Offshore Technology -
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Shipyard Supervisors Safety Course - Ship Yard Safety Practices And Procedures
Modern Solutions Pte Ltd
Bachelor of Applied Science (Hons) in Construction Management and Economics - Construction Management And Economics
Curtin University of Technology
Construction Safety Course for Project Manager (SCCPM-174-11-3297) -
SCAL Academy
Diploma in Business -
Murdoch Institute of Technology
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